Saramonic SmartMic DI Mini Compact Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone with Lightning Connector

Name: Saramonic SmartMic DI Mini Compact Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone with Lightning Connector
Brand: Saramonic
Rating: 3.5 (6 reviews)

Ultra-compact Condenser Microphone for iOS Devices with Lightning Connector

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Saramonic SmartMic DI Mini Compact Omnidirectional Condenser Microphone with Lightning Connector

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Ultra-compact Condenser Mic for iOS

At Sweetwater, we know that having a way to capture audio and video on the go is vital for YouTubers, vloggers, and other content creators. But, you don’t always have access to your professional recording rig. Fortunately, iPhones and iPads now offer exceptional video quality so you won’t have to miss any streamable moments. However, onboard smartphone and tablet microphones rarely deliver stellar sound. Saramonic’s SmartMic DI Mini solves that problem. Weighing in at less than an ounce, the SmartMic DI Mini is an ultra-compact condenser microphone that serves up broadcast-quality audio. Connect it to any device equipped with a Lightning port and get ready for superior sound recordings you have to hear to believe. The SmartMic DI Mini doesn’t require batteries or other external power; instead, it draws charge from your device. Its compact capsule has a swivel design for focused mic positioning. And, its built-in shockmount and included windscreen keep out extraneous noise for clean, uncluttered audio that’s instantly upload-worthy.

Saramonic SmartMic DI Mini Condenser Microphone Features:

Broadcast-quality sound for Lighting-equipped iPhone and iPad
Ultra-compact condenser, weighing in at less than 1 ounce
Swivel design for focused miking
No batteries or external power required
Built-in shockmount and included windscreen minimize unwanted noise

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Tech Specs

Microphone Type: Mini Condenser
Mono/Stereo: Mono
Frequency Response: 50Hz-18kHz
Sensitivity: -30±3dB (0db = 1V/ Pa, at 1kHz)
Power: Bus power
Connector: Lightning
Mounting Options: Direct Mount
Manufacturer Part Number: SMARTMICDIMINI

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Blows the onboard iPhone mic out of the water. Definitely worth the money.

Works great for social media content for my voiceover career...and is a great value... however, need to be sure to also but the lightening adapter/extender for it to fit through the port opening on many iPhone case models.

For me, it's very difficult to find a mobile microphone that's decent enough to be called a microphone. However, I have been playing around with the Saramonic DI Mini for a few weeks now and ,from what I can tell so far, I see that it is great for things like Vlogging and things where you don't need to monitor yourself at the same time.

If you're looking for professionally recording gear, I would look for something a little better. This mic is great for what it is considering it's tiny size. I bought a mic off of Amazon for the same price, but the DI Mini beats it by a long shot. It's crazy how much clearer the DI Mini sounds compared to the other mic.

All in all, I think this mic is great for a vlogger or someone who doesn't care about monitoring themselves and other audio in real time. I myself will be using it for YouTube shorts and TikTok videos. I'll be purchasing a more professional mic later on.

The microphones with short lightning connectors all seem to be too large to fit the various protective case solutions for iPhones and iPads. This particular mic, just like the similar Shure and Zoom lightning mics, will not fit with Moment cases on iPhones, used for photography. Lightning port extenders may compensate for the bulbous plastic that keeps the lightning connector from seating. The mic and case folks should get together to make their products work with each other.

I wouldn't recommend buying this. The mic really isn't any better, in fact I would venture to say the iPhone mic is actually better than this mic. I did a ton of side by side comparisons of the same audio and overall this just isn't worth it.